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Uusimaa, Finland

In 2023, I began a new chapter in my entrepreneurial journey by establishing two YouTube channels. These channels have experienced rapid growth, reflecting my ability to create content that resonates with a wide audience. As I look forward to 2024, I am excited to continue developing engaging content for my viewers and to explore additional business ideas related to forestry. This venture into digital content creation marks the latest evolution of my career, demonstrating my commitment to innovation and adaptability.Previously, in 2017, I founded a small business venture named Häämetsä, offering an innovative wedding gift option that celebrates the beauty and sustainability of Finnish nature. Despite significant marketing efforts, Häämetsä did not achieve the growth I had envisioned. However, the service still exists today, and I maintain a more conservative investment in it, highlighting my persistence and dedication to entrepreneurship.My entrepreneurial spirit was reignited in 2009 when I became a forest owner, actively engaging in and learning about various forest ownership activities. This venture represented a significant shift in my business focus, allowing me to explore the intersections of nature, sustainability, and business.Over the years, my entrepreneurial journey has been driven by a passion for creating and nurturing ventures that align with my interests and the needs of the market.

Helsinki Area, Finland

In my role, I've spearheaded key global initiatives within Vaisala's airports and aviation customer segments as part of the Strategy and Business Development team. My responsibilities have included leading negotiations in the indirect industrial participation initiative within the HX program, pioneering strategies for integrating weather data into the evolving UTM and drones ecosystem, engaging in critical partnership discussions, and playing a significant role in M&A projects and their integration phases.

Helsinki, Finland

In my role, I led Vaisala's Transportation (Airports, Roads, and Maritime) sales team across Europe. My responsibilities encompassed overseeing a team of skilled sales managers, formulating and implementing the regional strategy, and monitoring progress to achieve the Transportation business's regional objectives.

Helsinki, Finland

In my role, I spearheaded the development and management of Vaisala’s Airports Market Segment across Europe, CIS, Asia-Pacific (excluding China), and India. My responsibilities encompassed strategizing, executing, and reviewing regional strategies to achieve the segment's revenue and profitability goals. Given the vast territory, I actively collaborated with regional sales teams, ensuring the implementation of optimal strategies for tenders and new projects, aligning with our ambitious targets.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

At the end of March 2011, I embarked on a pivotal journey, relocating to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to assume the role of Sales Manager at Vaisala's Regional Office for the next two years. My responsibilities encompassed overseeing sales activities in Singapore, Thailand, Bangladesh, and Nepal within the Weather business area, catering to diverse customer segments including meteorology, airports, defense, and maritime. This period marked a significant chapter in my life, not only due to the professional challenges and achievements but also because it coincided with the birth of our first child. Balancing the demands of an intense expatriate assignment with personal milestones, I dedicated myself to excelling in my role and contributing to Vaisala's success, all while navigating the joys and challenges of new parenthood.

Helsinki, Finland

In my role at Vaisala, I spearheaded the development of applications for the Airports Market Segment, focusing specifically on enhancing aircraft de-icing processes and airport runway maintenance. This responsibility entailed not only innovating and refining technological solutions but also closely collaborating with stakeholders to ensure our offerings met the intricate needs of airport operations.

Helsinki, Finland

In my role at Vaisala, I led the application development within the Aviation Weather Business Segment, overseeing a team of specialized application experts. My leadership extended to refining and advancing applications in critical areas such as aircraft de-icing and runway maintenance, ensuring these solutions met the highest standards of efficiency and safety for aviation operations. Reporting directly to the Director of the Aviation Weather Business Segment, I played a key role in steering the segment towards innovative solutions, continually enhancing our offerings to address the complex challenges faced by the aviation industry.

Helsinki, Finland

As an Application Specialist within Vaisala's Aviation Weather Business Segment, I played a key role in the development and enhancement of essential applications, specifically focusing on aircraft de-icing and runway maintenance. My responsibilities included not only pioneering the development of these critical applications but also ensuring they met the stringent operational and safety standards required by the aviation industry. Directly reporting to the Director of the Aviation Weather Business Segment, my efforts were pivotal in propelling the segment towards achieving its strategic objectives, utilizing innovative technology to bolster aviation safety and operational efficiency.

Helsinki, Finland

Master’s thesis: "How to Improve Aircrafts’ De-Icing Opera-tions with Weather Measurements"

4/2006 - 10/2006: Aviation Meteorologist at the Finnish Meteorological Institute, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Finland (summer job + part-time job in autumn).6/2005 - 9/2005: Weather Observer at the Finnish Meteorological Institute, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Finland (summer job).12/2003 - 11/2003: Weather Observer for the Finnish Meteorological Institute, Helsinki Kaisaniemi weather station, Finland (part-time job).

M.Sc., Meteorology, Physics, Geophysics, Theoretical Physics

I completed my studies efficiently while actively working at the Finnish Meteorological Institute. My thesis work was done as a commission.

Professional Diploma In Forestry, Forestry Entrepreneurship

During my study leave, I pursued and completed a basic level degree in Forestry and Entrepreneurship at TTS Työtehoseura. This program.